Seed Planting , sculpted encaustic , 16 x 16 inches , 2010
Meeting Encaustic in the SW
In 1994 the next phase of my artistic journey began in Tucson , AZ . With an Art teaching degree and BFA I was able to find a K-5 art teaching job and a studio . I was living my dream , continuing to paint with oil and acrylic , sculpting in clay , and improving my skills by taking workshops and teaching adults at art centers and in my studio . The ‘ Big City ’ ambiance and art scene were invigorating and productive . At the time I thought I was walking hand in hand with that elusive horizon . Then in a ‘ eureka ’ moment bumped up against ENCAUSTIC . It was perfect . This wonderful beeswax from nature that you could paint , carve and sculpt . It all started right here in Tucson ,